Arts & Culture

A University of Arkansas at Little Rock doctoral student is using artificial intelligence to reimagine what’s possible for people with limb loss — and earning national recognition along the way. Ayorinde Alase has been named a National Society of Black Engineers 25 Under 25 awardee. The recognition is a national honor awarded to exceptional students … UA Little Rock Doctoral Student Named NSBE 25 Under 25 Awardee

More than five years ago, UA Little Rock alumnus Larry Golden and his wife Debbie first heard Chancellor Drale talk about strengthening the campus living and learning environment — the spaces and experiences that shape student life beyond the classroom, where students gather, recreate, and build community. For Golden, the concept resonated as a powerful … Alumni Investment To Enhance Student Experience at UA Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is taking a stand against suicide by hosting the Suicide Prevention Walk on Friday, April 24. The event will begin at 11 a.m. in front of Ottenheimer Library with check in at 10 a.m. with a free brunch, live music, giveaways, and inspirational speakers. Attendees will also have … UA Little Rock to Hold Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk April 24

Before phase two construction begins, UA Little Rock Provost Ann Bain has already picked out her seats, becoming the first to invest in the Shellam Flake Planetarium’s new seats. She’s sponsoring two in honor of her grandchildren, Sadie and Henry, making the project personal long before the doors open. “I can’t think of a better … Provost Leads Effort in Shellam Flake Planetarium Seat Sponsorship Program

In Little Rock, efforts to eliminate food deserts are gaining momentum — with city leaders pointing to partnerships with institutions like the University of Arkansas at Little Rock as a key part of that progress. Launched this week, a new mobile food market created through a partnership between the City of Little Rock, UA Little … UA Little Rock, City of Little Rock partner with University District Group to Expand Food Access

University of Arkansas at Little Rock alumna Samantha Stewart is making a name for herself in Arkansas’s food scene. As CFO and owner of Certified Pies, Stewart has helped grow the restaurant into a local favorite — even earning recognition from Southern Living for serving some of the best wings in the South. Stewart graduated … UA Little Rock Alumna Turns Class Project Roots into Food Scene Success

UA Little Rock’s Division of Corporate and Community Education, in collaboration with Rock Region Consulting, Inc., is launching a new human resources career pathway pilot designed to meet growing workforce needs across Arkansas. The pilot course, “HR Essentials: What You’re Expected to Know,” will run April 1–22 at the Reynolds Business Building. The program prepares … UA Little Rock Launches New HR Career Training Program with Rock Region Consulting

Sophomore Anterica Jones believes college is about more than earning a degree — it’s about building community and encouraging others. On Saturday, Feb. 28, Jones was crowned the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s 2026 Homecoming Royal during the halftime homecoming court ceremony at the men’s basketball game. The student body chooses the Homecoming Royal … Civil Engineering Major Anterica Jones Named 2026 UA Little Rock Homecoming Royal

Leaders from several top employers of University of Arkansas at Little Rock graduates are serving on the host committee for the 2026 Taste of Little Rock. Many of the organizations represented are among the top fifteen employers of UA Little Rock alumni. About 85 percent of UA Little Rock graduates stay in Central Arkansas after … Top Employers of UA Little Rock Graduates Represented on 2026 Taste of Little Rock Host Committee

On March 13, UA Little Rock business students will attend the spring 2026 Etiquette Luncheon. Designed to advance the university’s commitment to student success, the luncheon fosters both personal and professional growth. For many students — particularly the university’s large population of first-generation college students — the event provides valuable exposure to professional experiences they … Networking and Know-How: Inside the UA Little Rock Etiquette Luncheon